by Debra Smouse | Dec 23, 2024 | Feeling Burned Out, Stressed Out, Overwhelmed & Exhausted
It’s the holiday season. Our stockings have been hung by the chimney with care. We have decked our halls. My holiday linens and dishes have been pulled from storage to grace my table, and my porcelain nativity has been placed under one of the Christmas trees. There...
by Debra Smouse | Dec 23, 2024 | Nifty Life Hacks
Social media profiles are more than digital calling cards, they’re powerful tools for shaping how others perceive you or your business. But when was the last time you gave your profiles an honest refresh? If they have you scratching your head, that could be a...
by Debra Smouse | Dec 23, 2024 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All, Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
I clearly recall the first time I chose a Word of the Year. It was December 2004 and my divorce with my husband of more than seventeen years was final. I wanted to take some sort of control with my life with the full knowledge that a large portion of life was out of...
by Debra Smouse | Dec 23, 2024 | Feeling Burned Out, Stressed Out, Overwhelmed & Exhausted, Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
If the song tells us that this is the “most wonderful time of the year,” then why are so many folks so stressed out? Yes, my dear, I know that with all the demands on your time and attention as the holidays approach, often what gets tossed aside is self-care....
by Debra Smouse | Dec 23, 2024 | Nifty Life Hacks
Teaching is one of the most noble and rewarding professions, shaping the minds of future generations and leaving a lasting impact on society. Similarly, parenting is a profound journey filled with love, challenges, and the immense responsibility of nurturing young...
by Debra Smouse | Dec 22, 2024 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All, Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
The holidays are upon us. Christmas is mere moments away. And as I stock the house with necessities like paper towels, pasta and coffee, I can’t help but notice the frenzy of shoppers filling their carts to the brim with sweaters and pajamas and video games. Now, I...
by Debra Smouse | Dec 22, 2024 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All, Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
While happiness is an inside job, I’m the first to admit that it’s easier said than done. It’s one of the reasons why I turn to a tool that anyone can use: a journal. Keeping a journal is a path to exploring your mind, your emotions, and your deeper...
by Debra Smouse | Dec 21, 2024 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All, Life's Lessons, Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
It’s almost Christmas as I write this, darling. And while I know that you you may not celebrate the Christmas. Or maybe, this year, you just don’t feel like celebrating Christmas. You soul is simply feeling tired. Everywhere I go, it seems as if folks are a little...
by Debra Smouse | Dec 20, 2024 | Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
Once upon a time…when I was around the age of seven, I was totally confused by the discovery of the concept of Daylight Savings Time. I rose early on a Sunday morning, knowing that while the rest of the house was sleeping, my job was to keep quiet. I had books,...
by Debra Smouse | Dec 20, 2024 | Nifty Life Hacks
Navigating the freight brokerage realm can seem daunting, yet with the right approach, it can be one of the most rewarding careers in the logistics industry. Freight brokers act as intermediaries between shippers and carriers, coordinating the transport of goods...
by Debra Smouse | Dec 20, 2024 | Nifty Life Hacks
Replacing windows is a significant home improvement project that can enhance energy efficiency, boost curb appeal, and increase the overall value of your property. However, window replacement involves careful planning and execution to avoid costly mistakes. To help...
by Debra Smouse | Dec 19, 2024 | Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
Want to know one of the things I love about people? We’re all different. To help me better understand others – and myself – I often turn to the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator (MBTI) for guidance. Like when a client asked me when decision making is difficult...